It represents U.S. expansionism and power in Latin America.

It symbolizes Latin American vulnerability in the face of American imperialism.

Roosevelt symbolizes U.S. imperialism, and criticizing him is a way to critique American foreign policy in Latin America.

An addition to the Monroe Doctrine asserting America's right to intervene in the affairs of Latin American countries.

A U.S. policy opposing European colonialism in the Americas, but later used to justify U.S. intervention.

To celebrate the diversity and unique characteristics of Latin American nations and resist cultural domination.

To create a united front against imperialist forces and assert their collective identity.

Art and literature serve as a means to voice concerns, celebrate heritage, and inspire resistance against oppression.

It was a time of increased U.S. political and economic power in Latin America, heightening tensions and prompting nationalist movements.

To highlight the tangible effects of American expansionism on the region's diverse nations and resources.

It gives him a unique perspective on U.S. influence in Central America, making his critique more personal and relevant.

To criticize the economic impact of American imperialism on Latin American economies and local industries.

It represents U.S. expansionism and power in Latin America.

It symbolizes the vulnerability of Latin America.

Roosevelt symbolizes U.S. imperialism and interventionism in Latin America at the time.

It challenges the Roosevelt Corollary and the Monroe Doctrine, which justified U.S. intervention in Latin America.

The poem emphasizes the need to preserve and celebrate Latin American culture against the influence of American imperialism.

The poem was written during a period of increased U.S. political and economic influence in Latin America, marked by interventionism and exploitation.

It promotes resistance against foreign dominance and the assertion of self-determination.

It highlights unequal power dynamics, economic exploitation, and the stifling of local industries due to American imperialism.

It uses vivid depictions of Latin American reality to connect it with American imperialism, emphasizing both the beauty and the exploitation of the region.

Art and literature serve as tools to express collective identity and resist foreign dominance, promoting nationalism and cultural pride.

The poem examines the tensions arising from the imposition of American values and interests on Latin American traditions and customs.

Darío's Nicaraguan background provides a personal perspective on the impact of American imperialism in Central America, adding authenticity and urgency to his critique.

A Spanish-language literary movement emphasizing aestheticism, beauty, and musicality.

A policy of extending a country's power and influence through colonization, use of military force, or other means.

A statement that appears self-contradictory but contains a deeper truth.

The juxtaposition of contrasting ideas, often in parallel structure.

The substitution of the name of an attribute or adjunct for that of the thing meant.

Poetry that does not rhyme or have a regular meter.

A thing that represents or stands for something else, especially a material object representing something abstract.

A figure of speech in which someone absent or dead or something nonhuman is addressed as if it were alive and present.

Also known as personification, giving human qualities to non-human things.

Descriptive or figurative language, especially in a literary work.

Identification with one's own nation and support for its interests, especially to the exclusion or detriment of the interests of other nations.

The theory or practice of regional rather than central systems of administration or economic, cultural, or political affiliation.